Why saying no to your boss can be a good idea

It's never easy to say no to your boss. But in some situations it's necessary. Even the best managers can fail to recognize when they're asking too much of their employees. Yes, sometimes you must grin and bear it when asked to do something you don't like. But that doesn't mean you must agree to unreasonable requests without question -- even when they come from the top.

Relocating for a job? Consider these essential tips

In addition, talk to as many people in the area you are moving to as possible. If you don't already have friends or family in the region, ask your future co-workers. Not only will you get first-hand accounts of the good, bad and ugly of a particular town, but you'll also begin building connections with your future teammates.

Quiz: Are You Satisfied With Your Job?

A lot of things play a role in your job satisfaction besides the actual work itself. Your emotions, skills, financial needs and performance are just some of the factors that make or break a job. Remember: Not everyone loves every aspect of their job. It's a matter of finding strong positive points that you can focus on.

The art of getting that promotion

Constantly challenge yourself to take on tasks with which you may lack experience. View those challenges as opportunities. Use every task as a way to grow on a personal level and to develop new skills. If you fail, you still learn something -- even if it is what not to do. But if you do excel, it demonstrates that you are always getting better. And that will get you noticed.

7 networking tips for young professionals

Remember when we suggested being likeable? Another way to do this -- and create a positive impression -- is to follow experts in your field. Follow them on Twitter. Follow their publication. Follow their careers on LinkedIn or in the news. Follow them in every professional capacity you can think of, and then let them know about it.

4 career management moves to avoid

What to do: Leave your desk and network. Join a professional association and attend meetings and mixers. Socialize with co-workers when you can, at lunch or at after-hours get-togethers. Do what you can to put yourself in the path of people who could one day help propel your career forward, whether or not they work in your field.

How much is your position worth?

Perhaps employers prefer that salary information remains hidden behind smoke and mirrors, but if you want to ensure that you're receiving pay for what you're worth, you'll need to do some research. Here's how to get started.

The why and how of making friends at work

We've all had days when we feel overwhelmed, and the mere offer of a helping hand would have been warmly welcome. Ask a stressed colleague if there's anything you can do to lighten his load. Your kindness and assistance will go a long way toward building lasting friendships.

Match your communication skills with the right job

Communication takes many different forms, and people's strengths may differ from one form to another. You may know you're good at a specific type of communication, but you may not know what job would best suit your skills. If you possess one of the following communication abilities, these are the jobs that might be a match based on those skills.